Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
New York, New York, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Mental Health Counselor
Specialty LMHC
Salary 90,000 – 105,000 yearly
Degree Required Master's in Mental Health Counseling
Position Type Full Time W2 Salary
Work Environment Outpatient
Location Rochester, New York, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 12/01/24

Seeking a Full-Time Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) at Family Insight Counseling Center.

Our organization is actively looking for Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs) with addiction counseling experience. We especially seek people with great clinical abilities, a caring temperament, cultural awareness, and a collaborative approach during our recruiting process.

Our clinic specializes in providing senior counseling and therapy, addressing concerns such as loss, life changes, and age-related challenges. We welcome your application if you are committed to make a positive difference in the lives of our senior customers.

Earn a competitive salary with the added benefit of a sign-on bonus.

Work Schedule:

Regular workweek 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities:

- Conduct mental health assessments on seniors to evaluate their specific care requirements.

- Lead individual and group therapy sessions to help people cope with the emotional issues that come with aging and life transitions.

- Work together with healthcare specialists to create comprehensive care plans for the elderly.

- Educate both staff and family on techniques to improve senior residents' emotional well-being and general quality of life.

- Provide grief and loss counseling to residents and their families dealing with end-of-life issues.

- Implement cognitive stimulation programs and mental health therapy to improve elderly people's mental acuity and well-being.

Requirements:

- A Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from an approved institution or university is required.

- Be in possession of a current Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) license.

- A minimum of four years recent experience in geriatric counseling and mental health assistance is required.

- Preference for further geriatric mental health and aging-related diseases training or experience.

- Proven ability to provide counseling services to elderly people suffering from a variety of mental health conditions.

- Understanding of evidence-based practices for boosting older mental health.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for encounters with senior citizens.

- Demonstrate empathy and cultural awareness when serving elderly people from various origins.

- The ability to perform thorough assessments and provide tailored treatment strategies.

- A strong awareness of geriatric mental health counseling ethical and legal requirements.

Salary:

$90,000-105,000 Each year, with a bonus

Benefits:

- The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers private assistance and counseling to employees in order to improve their mental health and general well-being.

- Wellness initiatives and tools to help employees live healthier lives.

- Work-life balance and integration are promoted through flexible work arrangements.

- Health and wellness incentives that promote healthy lifestyles and preventative healthcare.

- Use of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for medical costs management

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